Physical Therapist

Salem Transitional Care; Salem, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Training assistance

Force for Good culture

Employee recognition

Job summary

Salem Transitional Care is seeking a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping residents build strength, regain mobility, and reach goals that improve daily life.

You’ll evaluate residents, develop personalized plans, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate families, and ensure HIPAA-compliant documentation while enjoying a supportive workplace with relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient-focused to help residents succeed.
• Strong communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and resident confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Set realistic therapy goals based on capacity and tolerance.
• Deliver interventions to improve mobility, strength, and function.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet goals.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other disciplines.
• Educate residents and families on therapy methods.
• Document progress per state and federal requirements.
• Provide supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Description

Turn Progress Into Possibility as Our Physical Therapist

Helping someone take that next step, regain their independence, or get back to doing what they love is what physical therapy is all about.

Salem Transitional Care is looking for a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping residents build strength, improve mobility, and reach goals that make a real difference in their everyday lives.

Join a Therapy team where you can build meaningful connections, celebrate progress with your residents, and see the impact of your work every day. Come be a Force for Good with us!

Sign On and Relocation Support

This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus, paid in two installments:

• $2,500 after 90 days of employment
• $2,500 after 180 days of employment

Relocation assistance may also be available for qualified candidates.

What You’ll Do

As our Physical Therapist, you’ll play an important role in helping residents restore function, improve mobility, manage pain, and work toward greater independence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Evaluating residents and developing individualized treatment plans based on their needs, abilities, and goals
• Establishing realistic and achievable therapy goals based on each resident’s capacity and tolerance
• Providing physical therapy interventions designed to improve mobility, strength, function, and overall quality of life
• Evaluating resident progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed to help achieve therapy goals
• Collaborating with nursing, therapy, and other disciplines to develop and evaluate goals for each resident
• Educating residents and families on appropriate therapy methods and techniques
• Communicating resident progress, needs, and changes with residents, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Documenting resident condition, treatment, and progress in accordance with state and federal requirements
• Supporting MDS procedures and effective care planning
• Providing consultation and clinical supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants working within the facility
• Maintaining resident confidentiality and following HIPAA requirements
• Being dependable and maintaining regular attendance for scheduled shifts
• Supporting the Therapy team and helping wherever needed to provide excellent resident care

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings strong clinical knowledge along with compassion and encouragement to the residents they serve. The ideal candidate is:

• Compassionate, patient, and focused on helping residents succeed
• Passionate about helping people regain mobility and independence
• A strong communicator who works well with residents, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Comfortable collaborating as part of an interdisciplinary care team
• Confident in assessing resident needs and developing realistic, individualized therapy goals
• Organized and able to maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Knowledgeable about HIPAA and resident confidentiality
• Familiar with state and federal requirements related to therapy delivery and documentation in a skilled nursing setting
• Dependable, positive, and committed to providing consistent, high quality care
• Someone who enjoys celebrating progress and helping residents reach their goals

Why Join Us?

Physical therapy can make an incredible difference in a resident’s ability to move, regain independence, and return to the activities that matter most to them.

At Salem Transitional Care, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents while working alongside a team that shares the same goal: helping each person reach their highest possible level of function.

If you want to work somewhere your clinical skills are valued and you can actually see the impact you're making every day, we would love to have you on our team.

What We Offer

At Salem Transitional Care, we believe in supporting our team and creating a workplace where you can grow, feel valued, and make a difference every day.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays, including 6 recognized holidays plus a floating holiday you can use for a day that matters to you
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training, development, and education assistance
• A positive, team focused culture rooted in our “Force for Good” values
• Employee recognition and appreciation

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from a college or university with an accredited Physical Therapy program

Licensure

• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of employment
• Current CPR certification

Experience

• Six months of experience in a long term care environment preferred

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of HIPAA and the ability to maintain resident confidentiality
• General knowledge and understanding of managed care
• Knowledge of state and federal requirements related to therapy delivery and documentation in skilled nursing facilities
• Regular and dependable attendance is required
• All Cascadia Healthcare employees must successfully complete and meet applicable state required background check requirements before working with residents